How to Pronounce "catbird"
word
ˈkætˌbɝd
KAT-burd
ˈkatbəːd
KAT-buhd
Definition
A catbird is a type of songbird known for its call that sounds like a cat's meow. It is usually found in North America and some parts of Australia.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkætˌbɝd
British English
ˈkatbəːd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAT-burd
UK
KAT-buhd
Listen in Context
The catbird has a call that sounds like a cat's meow.
We saw a catbird in the garden yesterday.
A catbird often hides in bushes.
Did you hear that? It was a catbird making that strange sound!